Jerry,
I would very much recommend the GPS Map 76 over the Magellan Meridian. I
much prefer the operating system and the ability to display more data fields
on the map display. I also like the ability to easily edit the route on the
map display. I am not sure how much resolution that you need. For
identifying landmarks from the air, you may find that the built in base map
is sufficient.
Take a look on my site at
www.cockpitgps.com. Let me know what you get and
how it works for you.
John Bell
> I am looking for a GPS with a marine database. This will be used from an
> airplane as part of my USCG Aux flights. What I want is to have a
database
> that shows me the various navigation aids, and places (points, bays, etc)
..
> I deally I would be able to punch in the name of the place and the GPS
could
> The ones I have seen the most ads for are the Garmin GPSMap 76 and the
> Magellan Meridian Marine. Does anyone have some expereince with these or
> similar units? Both are in the $250 range, which is about what I would
like
> to spend. However, it looks like I have to buy some additional map
software
> if I want good resolution. Is that true?
>
> Thanks,
>
> jerry